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Which one of the following types of coal contains a higher percentage of carbon than the rest?

A

Bituminous coal

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B

Lignite

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C

Peat

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D

Anthracite

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Solution

The correct option is D Anthracite
Ans. (d)

Explanation

Anthracite contains 80-90% carbon. It is the type of coal which contains higher percentage of carbon. Bituminous coal - 70-90% carbon

Lignite/Brown coal - 45-75% carbon

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